Meet Our Team

The Greater Baton Rouge Industry Alliance (GBRIA) is led by Connie Fabre, who joined the organization in 2004. Connie has over 25 years of experience working in chemical plant production, quality management, business consulting, governmental and public affairs, and association management.  Connie and her team have diverse industry experience across the manufacturing, petrochemical, and chemical industries. 

Staff

  • Connie Fabre
    Connie Fabre
    President & CEO (225)769-0596x11
    President & CEO
  • Brittany Cooper
    Brittany Cooper
    Office Manager & Member Liaison (225)769-0596 x14
    Office Manager & Member Liaison
  • Alicia Davidson
    Alicia Davidson
    Director Communications & Public Affairs (225)769-0596 x15
    Associate Director Communications & Public Affairs
  • Christian Deslatte
    Christian Deslatte
    Financial & Operations Associate
    Financial & Operations Associate
  • Sarah Harris
    Sarah Harris
    Committee Coordinator and Business Analyst (225)397-7905
    Business Analyst & Committee Support
  • Jessica Himel
    Jessica Himel
    Event Manager (225)769-0596
    Contract Work-hours and Office Administration
  • Sue Leger
    Sue Leger
    Associate Director Marketing & Administration (225)769-0596 x16
    Associate Director Marketing & Administration
  • Brandon Smith
    Brandon Smith
    Vice President (225)769-0596 x17
    Director Safety, Workforce Development, & Operational Strategy